Locum Consultant Anaesthesia With An Interest In Paediatric Cardiac

Job summary UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER NHS TRUSTLocum Consultant in Anaesthesia with an interest in Paediatric Cardiac AnaesthesiaApplications are invited for a whole-time Locum Consultant in Anaesthesia with an interest in Paediatric Cardiac Anaesthesia.We are looking for proactive, motivated, forward thinking, and dynamic individuals to join our clinical team.
This post is an important part of our on-going development of Paediatric Congenital services in UHL NHS Trust, offering the successful applicant the opportunity to work closely with the existing Anaesthetic Consultants to provide a high standard of care across Paediatric and Adult Congenital services.We are seeking consultants with dedication, determination, and drive to work closely with colleagues throughout the organisation and you will benefit from the support of an experienced and enthusiastic multi-professional team committed to the delivery of brilliant patient care.
Main duties of the job To provide anaesthesia for each of the fixed / flexible theatre sessions for paediatric patients undergoing cardiothoracic, catheter laboratory or general procedures.
Adult sessions will be available by mutual agreement To participate in the paediatric cardiac consultant On-Call Rota.
This will be on a 1 in 4 basis.
To participate in pre assessment clinics and MDT meetings.
Deliver a high quality anaesthetic service, supporting the department with a positive attitude towards flexible working.
Work with the acute pain team to provide safe and effective postoperative analgesia to patients in relation to Paediatrics.
Supervise and train junior anaesthetic medical staff.
To participate in Clinical teaching of both undergraduates and postgraduates studying towards the FRCA examination Develop the EMCHC Anaesthetic Service along with the other Consultants at UHL.
To attend and actively contribute to management meetings both within the Directorate and Trust wide.
To participate in and contribute to the clinical governance process, to ensure good standards of practice as prescribed by the GMC guidance on good practice To undertake Clinical Audit as relevant to the needs of the department.
Work with the acute pain team to provide safe and effective postoperative analgesia to patients in relation to Paediatrics.
Work with the Quality and Safety team to enhance patient safety.
About us Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).We have four primary goals: high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellenceAnd we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all: we are compassionate, we are proud, we are inclusive, and we are one teamThis is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.UHL is fully committed to continuing medical education for consultants.
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to departmental quality improvement activity and the clinical supervision of postgraduate trainees in Anaesthesia.
The UHL Department of Anaesthesia is committed to working towards the Anaesthesia Clinical Services Accreditation scheme of the Royal College of Anaesthetists.
Job description Job responsibilities The overriding purpose is to support the provision of highest quality patient care through personal actions and continuous improvement.
Responsibility for the provision of a safe and efficient anaesthetic service Cover forcolleagues' annual leave and other authorised absences; Participate in service development and business planning in collaboration with the other Consultants in the department, the CMG and local GPs and commissioners within the local CCGs; Professional supervision and management of junior medical staff including the observance of local employment and human resource policies and procedures; Responsibilities for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contributing to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity, locally and nationally; Participating in medical audit, the Trusts Clinical Governance processes and in CPD - CPD is provided in job plans - and attendance at audit and other governance meetings is mandatory; In line with GMC Good Medical Practice it is the responsibility of the post- holder to ensure that all duties are carried out to the highest possible standard, and in accordance with current quality initiatives within the area of work.
The post-holder is expected to respond in a timely fashion to legitimate requests from Trust officers: this might include investigations of incidents or complaints.
The post-holder is expected to participate in teaching and training of medical students, junior staff and other clinical staff groups.
The appointee will also have supervision responsibilities for junior medical staff within the specialty.
If appropriate the post-holder will be named in the contract of junior staff as the person responsible for overseeing their training and as an initial source of advice to such doctors regarding their careers.
The post-holder is expected to participate in professional continuing medical education; study leave is provided for this purpose.
The post-holder will be expected to undertake the Trust Corporate and Directorate specific Induction and competency programmes appropriate to role The post-holder will be required to maintain their continuing professional development (CPD) to be able to successfully revalidate.
As per the Trust requirement the successful candidate will be required to have annual appraisal and attend/keep fully up to date with statutory and mandatory training as stipulated.
Person Specification Qualifications / Training Essential Full GMC registration MB;BS or Equivalent Fully Accredited for Higher Specialist Training or will be eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date.
MRCP/MRCS or Equivalent Desirable Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations.
Higher degree MSc, MD or equivalent.
BSE/ACTA TOE Exam Experience / Clinical Skills Essential Fully trained in Paediatric Cardiac Anaesthesia.
Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the Job Plan.
Ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems Demonstrates clear, logical thinking / analytical approach Desirable Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest.
Significant experience in general Paediatric Anaesthesia Experience in paediatric /congenital TOE Experience in PICU Communication Skills Essential Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding Desirable Demonstrable track record of successful change management Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment Audit/ Research skills Essential Understanding and interest in research Ability to appraise research critically Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects Effective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit Participation in a quality improvement programme Experience of quality improvement work and audit Desirable Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer- reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty Undergone training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities including quality Completion of formal courses in Audit and quality improvement Published Audit including quality improvement.
Teaching Essential Experience of and a commitment to training/ teaching undergraduate and postgraduates Appraisal and assessment skills & ability to asses clinical competencies Desirable Post Graduate qualification in teaching and training Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching Equality & Diversity Essential Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.